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Events Officer: Program & Speaker CoordinatorEvents Officer: Program & Speaker Coordinator9 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from Future Drive AustraliaAustralian Business Forum connects business leaders through events, insights & advocacy. We drive B2B networking, SME support & industry thoughtJoin our fast-paced events team at Future Drive Australia as our new Events Officer (Program & Speaker Coordinator) and help shape the conversations driving Australias automotive future.About the Company:Future Drive AutoShows is one of Australia''s leading automotive event series, showcasing the latest innovations in the automotive sector.Flagship events include theMelbourne EV Showand theSydney EV Show, which together attract tens of thousands of attendees, leading global brands,local innovators, and EV enthusiasts to shape the future of driving.Alongside our EV expos, we also deliverSmallBiz Week- one of Australias most dynamic business events, connecting SMEs with the tools, strategies, and services they need to grow. SmallBiz Week is co-located with ourLight Commercial Motorshow, a dedicated event for trade and fleet vehicles. Together, these events form part of one of the most ambitious and exciting business and automotive calendars in the country.Were growing fast and were looking for an Events Officer (Programme and Speaker Coordinator) to help steer the way forward.About the RoleWere looking for someone to lead the planning and delivery of our event programs - specifically focusing on conferences, workshops, and related event logistics. While our broader team runs a range of EV adoption programs year-round, this role is dedicated to the development and delivery of event content, working closely with speakers, sponsors, and partners to bring each event to life.Youll also support communications and stakeholder engagement linked to these events. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment and is looking to build experience across events, content planning, and relationship management.Key Responsibilities:Event Program Planning & DeliveryPlan and coordinate the delivery of high-quality conference and workshop programs across our annual events calendarLead speaker engagement, including outreach, scheduling, briefings, and logisticsAssist in shaping program themes and session content in line with audience interests and sponsor objectivesManage the end-to-end run sheet on event days - including stage management, speaker transitions, and timekeepingConfidently support on-stage announcements (public speaking experience preferred)Work closely with the broader team to ensure all program and speaker elements run smoothly onsiteEvent Communications & CoordinationCoordinate ongoing communications with speakers, panellists, and event contributors in the lead-up to each eventMaintain speaker briefing materials, schedules, newsletters, and comms documents for internal and external useAssist with partner and sponsor engagement as it relates to the program, including integrating their content into sessionsSupport content updates on event websites (e.g., speaker bios, program agendas) using CMS tools like WordPressCollaborate with the marketing and content teams to ensure alignment across event promotion and programmingSupport development of event-related communications, such as newsletter topics or speaker spotlights (minimal copywriting)What Were Looking For34 years experience in events, projects, partnerships, communications, or program coordination rolesStrong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple prioritiesComfortable with public speaking and stage presence at live eventsTeam-oriented mindset and ability to work collaboratively in a small, hands-on teamWillingness to travel interstate several times a year to support event deliveryFull-time availability for our South Yarra office five days a week (occasional WFH flexibility may apply)PreferredExperience in the events, project planning, automotive, media and communications industriesFamiliarity with WordPress or similar content management systems (CMS)Previous experience liaising with corporate partners such as sponsors, government, or industry partnersTo Apply:Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and what excites you about the opportunity to work with Future Drive AutoShows.If you have any questions about the role or would like to discuss it further, feel free to reach out to Alyssa Herr at Alyssa.herr@futuredriveauto.auSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionManagement and ManufacturingIndustriesEvents ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Future Drive Australia by 2xGet notified about new Event Officer jobs in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoDocklands, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoSouth Melbourne, Victoria, Australia A$28.00-A$35.00 1 month agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoCaulfield South, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoHawthorn, Victoria, Australia A$41.79-A$41.79 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 hours agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoParkville, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoDocklands, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoResourcing Officer Public Events (Non-Operational)Truganina, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 8 hours agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 months agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoSunshine West, Victoria, Australia A$100,000.00-A$140,000.00 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoSouth Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoEvents Customer Solutions Team Leader - Melbourne, VICMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 hour agoMembership & Events Coordinator | Part-Time 3 days | Membership OrganisationMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$80,000.00-A$100,000.00 5 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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